Abhishek Sharma is known for his aggressive batting at the top of the order in the Indian Premier League. The left-handed opener often attacks bowlers during the powerplay and helps his team get quick runs in the early overs.
Against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Abhishek Sharma has played several innings across different IPL seasons. While he has not yet scored a half-century against them, he has delivered a few useful knocks and maintained a good scoring rate.
Here is a complete look at Abhishek Sharma’s IPL batting record against Kolkata Knight Riders, including his overall numbers and match-by-match performances.
Abhishek Sharma Overall IPL Record vs KKR
Abhishek Sharma has played 11 innings against KKR and scored more than 160 runs in this matchup.
Overall Performance Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Innings | 11 |
| Runs | 166 |
| Balls Faced | 128 |
| Batting Average | 16.6 |
| Strike Rate | 129.69 |
| Highest Score | 43 (28) |
| 50s | 0 |
| 100s | 0 |
Key Insights
- Abhishek Sharma has scored 166 runs in 11 innings against KKR.
- His strike rate of 129.69 shows his attacking batting style.
- His highest score against KKR is 43 runs from 28 balls.
- Most of his innings have come as quick starts at the top of the order.
Abhishek Sharma Match-by-Match IPL Performance vs KKR
Below is a match-by-match breakdown of Abhishek Sharma’s batting performances against Kolkata Knight Riders.
| Score | Opponent | Venue | Date | Strike Rate | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 (16) | KKR | Delhi | 25 May 2025 | 200.0 | 4 | 2 |
| 2 (6) | KKR | Kolkata | 03 Apr 2025 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 (5) | KKR | Chennai | 26 May 2024 | 40.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 (4) | KKR | Ahmedabad | 21 May 2024 | 75.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 32 (19) | KKR | Kolkata | 23 Mar 2024 | 168.4 | 4 | 2 |
| 9 (10) | KKR | Hyderabad | 04 May 2023 | 90.0 | 1 | 0 |
| 32 (17) | KKR | Kolkata | 14 Apr 2023 | 188.2 | 3 | 2 |
| 43 (28) | KKR | Pune | 14 May 2022 | 153.5 | 4 | 2 |
| 3 (10) | KKR | Mumbai | 15 Apr 2022 | 30.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 (10) | KKR | Dubai | 03 Oct 2021 | 60.0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2* (3) | KKR | Abu Dhabi | 26 Sep 2020 | 66.6 | 0 | 0 |
Best Innings vs KKR
Abhishek Sharma’s best innings against Kolkata Knight Riders came on 14 May 2022 in Pune. In that match he scored 43 runs from 28 balls.
Highlights of the innings
- Hit 4 fours and 2 sixes
- Maintained a strike rate above 150
- Played an attacking knock during the powerplay
This remains his highest score against KKR in the IPL.
Other Notable Innings vs KKR
32 (16) – Delhi, 2025
Abhishek played a quick attacking knock of 32 runs from 16 balls. He hit four fours and two sixes and scored at a strike rate of 200, giving his team a fast start.
32 (19) – Kolkata, 2024
Another strong performance came in Kolkata when he scored 32 runs from 19 balls with four fours and two sixes.
32 (17) – Kolkata, 2023
In this match he scored 32 runs from 17 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes while keeping the run rate high.
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Season-wise Performance vs KKR
| Year | Runs | Best Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 34 | 32 (16) |
| 2024 | 37 | 32 (19) |
| 2023 | 41 | 32 (17) |
| 2022 | 46 | 43 (28) |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 (10) |
| 2020 | 2* | 2* (3) |
His most productive season against KKR came in 2022 when he scored his highest individual score in this matchup.
Why Abhishek Sharma Can Be Dangerous Against KKR
Abhishek Sharma’s aggressive batting makes him a key player in T20 cricket, especially during the early overs.
Key Strengths
Powerplay scoring
Abhishek often attacks bowlers early and helps his team get quick runs.
Boundary hitting
He can hit both fours and sixes consistently.
Left-handed advantage
His left-handed batting creates different angles that can trouble bowlers.
Overall Record Snapshot vs KKR
| Category | Record |
|---|---|
| Innings | 11 |
| Runs | 166 |
| Highest Score | 43 |
| Batting Average | 16.6 |
| Strike Rate | 129.69 |
| Half-centuries | 0 |
Conclusion
Abhishek Sharma has had mixed results against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. In 11 innings he has scored 166 runs, including several quick starts at the top of the order.
Although he has not scored a half-century against KKR yet, his aggressive batting style makes him a dangerous player during the powerplay. If he gets going early, Abhishek Sharma can quickly change the momentum of the match.
